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How to Generate Reports using Pre-defined Templates
How to Generate Reports using Pre-defined Templates

Learn to quickly create comprehensive activity reports using RecordsKeeper.AI's pre-configured templates

Kanishka Sharma avatar
Written by Kanishka Sharma
Updated over 3 weeks ago

Introduction

RecordsKeeper.AI's report generation feature simplifies the process of creating detailed activity reports through pre-defined templates. This guide will walk you through each step of generating customized reports for your document management activities, ensuring you get precisely the information you need in your preferred format.

Step 1: Access Report Generation

  1. Navigate to the Analytics & Reports section

  2. Click on the "Generate Report" button

  3. Select "Using Existing Templates" tab

Step 2: Template Selection and Naming

  1. Choose your template from the dropdown menu

  2. Enter a descriptive name for your report

  • Note: Reports will be generated in CSV format for comprehensive data analysis

Step 3: Define Activity Types

  1. Select the activity type you want to track:

    • Access Activities

    • File Modifications

    • User Actions

  2. Choose specific actions to monitor:

    • Record Access

    • Permission Changes

    • Unauthorized Access Attempts

    • Link Sharing

    • Geolocation of Access

Step 4: Select Users

  1. Click the user selection field

  2. Search and select specific users

  3. Add multiple users as needed

  4. Remove users by clicking the 'x' next to their names

Step 5: Choose Departments and Categories

  1. Select relevant departments:

    • Accounts & Finance

    • HR

    • Information Technology

    • Other departments as needed

  2. Choose document categories:

    • Tax Filings

    • Invoices

    • Payroll Records

    • Expense Reports

Step 6: Set Output Format

Choose your preferred format:

  • PDF for formal reporting

  • XLS for data analysis

Step 7: Define Report Period

  1. Select the time range type:

    • Month to date

    • Custom range

  2. Set specific dates using the calendar picker

Step 8: Generate Report

  1. Review all selected parameters

  2. Click the "Generate" button

  3. Wait for report generation to complete

Best Practices

  1. Report Naming

    • Use clear, descriptive names

    • Include date ranges in the name

    • Follow consistent naming conventions

  2. Parameter Selection

    • Start with broader parameters

    • Refine selections as needed

    • Verify all selections before generating

  3. Time Management

    • Use appropriate date ranges

    • Consider data volume

    • Schedule reports during off-peak hours

Common Use Cases

Compliance Monitoring

  • Track unauthorized access attempts

  • Monitor permission changes

  • Review access patterns

Activity Tracking

  • Monitor file access across departments

  • Track user engagement

  • Analyze document usage

Resource Management

  • Review department-wise activity

  • Track storage utilization

  • Monitor user behaviors

Troubleshooting Tips

  1. If report generation fails:

    • Verify selected date range

    • Check user permissions

    • Reduce parameter scope if too broad

  2. For large reports:

    • Use specific date ranges

    • Limit user/department selection

    • Choose XLS format for better handling

Conclusion

Generating reports using pre-defined templates in RecordsKeeper.AI streamlines your document management analysis process. By following these steps and best practices, you can create comprehensive reports that provide valuable insights into your organization's document activities and user behaviors.

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